Jarkani - Jamda, Mayurbhanj
Jarkani is a village situated in the Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Jarkani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarkani is 387585. The village covers a total geographical area of 290 hectares and falls under the 757045 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Jarkani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarkani
As per Census 2011, Jarkani village has a total population of 683 people, consisting of 332 males and 351 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 559 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarkani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 683 | 332 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 559 | 275 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 198 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 134 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Jarkani
Jarkani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dighi | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Sankuleibira | South | 1.73 km |
| Rugudidihi | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Bhagabeda | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Daunda | West | 2.07 km |
| Pitidhiri | North | 2.18 km |
| Olidihi | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Dumuria | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Barudihi | North | 3.07 km |
| Baralagra | South-West | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jarkani
Jarkani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Jarkani is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Jarkani is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarkani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jarkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarkani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jarkani
Where is Jarkani located?
Jarkani village is located in Jamda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarkani?
Jarkani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jarkani?
The pincode of Jarkani is 757045.
What is the population of Jarkani?
Jarkani has a total population of 683, including 332 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Jarkani?
There are 178 households in Jarkani.
What is the literacy rate in Jarkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarkani is 48.02%. Male literacy is 59.64% and female literacy is 37.04%.